Assistant Project Manager

Expanding Real Estate Management firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its construction management team. This position will be responsible for managing all aspects of construction projects for a portfolio of industrial properties. This role will work with the construction management team to help influence critical decisions. The successful candidate is passionate about project management, real estate, has an entrepreneurial attitude, and is well organized.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction projects and ensure project completion within budget, schedule and in conformance with contract documents.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with various stakeholders, including asset managers on project updates and provide status reports.
• Lead meetings with architects, construction contractors, and tenants to oversee tenant space buildouts/improvements to maintain a high quality of construction. This includes effectively recording meeting minutes.
• Work directly with clients to provide estimates for various construction projects at properties.
• Develop and control annual budgets for construction projects focusing on increasing revenues and maximizing the value of the properties.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of properties to detect needed repairs and monitor routine maintenance to inform the yearly capital budget.
• Manage payables, consistent with approved budgets, by reviewing and approving all invoices for construction projects.
• Understand lease language to ensure landlord and tenant compliance, as it pertains to construction projects.
• Coordinate the development of bid documents and run competitive bid processes for construction projects.
• Draft and execute contracts with contractors for construction projects.
• Manage relationships with new and existing tenants throughout the project lifecycles.
• Support all property sales and purchases by assisting with the due diligence process and general onboarding/offboarding of a property.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of Project Management experience.

Required Skills

• A clear understanding of project and construction management duties and responsibilities.
• Strong financial background, specific to project monitoring and reporting and knowledge of basic financial and accounting concepts.
• Understanding of building construction and knowledge across all construction disciplines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate to various stakeholders.
• Ability to understand new concepts and eagerness to learn and take on additional responsibility.
• Strong problem-solving skills and capability to define problems and clearly develop and present solutions.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks independently.
• Proficient with computer software, including Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to travel as needed

Preferred Skills

• OSHA 10-hour certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle.